Multiple choice

Using the DNA ligase enzyme, the donor DNA fragments and the vector DNA fragments are joined together. This is called

  1. molecular cloning

  2. splicing

  3. tissue culture

  4. protoplasmic fusion

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B Correct answer
Explanation

DNA ligase joins DNA fragments together by forming phosphodiester bonds. This joining process of donor and vector DNA fragments is called splicing in molecular cloning.